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Researchers uncover massive palace in ancient Assyrian capital Dur-Sharrukin
meaning "Fortress of Sargon," was built by Sargon II, naming it after himself, to serve as the new capital of the Assyrian Empire around 700 BCE. The settlement is located at the site of the ...
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The Tombs of the Assyrian Queens Yaba, Banitu, and Atalia
king of Assyria 726-722 Atalia, Queen of Sargon II, king of Assyria 721-705 Outline showing the location Citadel with respect to the city of Nimrud. The western corner of the city with the new path of ...
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A Historian Thinks He Finally Solved The Mystery Of The Symbols On This Ancient Temple
The city was constructed during the rule of King Sargon II. He reigned over the Assyrian empire from 721 B.C. until his death in 704 B.C. After his death, his son took the throne and relocated the ...